Serving 601 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Orchard Grove Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 601 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orchard Grove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Orchard Grove Elementary School's student population of 601 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
601 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Orchard Grove Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orchard Grove Elementary School is 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#481 out of 1347 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
7%
Hispanic
29%
23%
Black
30%
33%
White
21%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orchard Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Orchard Grove Elementary School is ranked #481 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Orchard Grove Elementary School?
601 students attend Orchard Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Orchard Grove Elementary School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Orchard Grove Elementary School?
Orchard Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Orchard Grove Elementary School offer ?
Orchard Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Orchard Grove Elementary School part of?
Orchard Grove Elementary School is part of Frederick County School District.
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